Dr. Anjugam (Anju) Paramanantham

President

MUPA Board,

Dr. Anjugam Paramanantham (Anju) is a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences in Dr. Akhil Srivastava’s lab. She studies the molecular basis of cancer pathophysiology and develops novel anti-cancer therapeutic strategies focusing on Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) or ‘exosomes.’ Her research interests include elucidating the function of cancer cell-derived EVs in creating a favorable ecosystem for establishing a cancer lesion site, modulating the immune system, and developing resistance to therapies. She earned her Ph.D. in deciphering resistance mechanisms in breast cancer therapy from Gyeongsang National University, South Korea. Anju plans to continue her career in academia by obtaining her own independent research lab. Beyond her scientific endeavors, Anju is passionate about social responsibilities and improving the quality of life for women and minorities. She greatly admires Dr. B.R. Ambedkar for his contributions to social justice. In her free time, she enjoys playing badminton, reading books, and going on long drives.